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Ask a derm
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Q: I have a mild food allergy to nuts, but I have used skin-care products that contain nut oils and had no reaction. Why is this?
A: “An allergy to nuts should be diagnosed by a physician who specializes in allergies and immunology,” says Dr. Lisa Kellett of DLK on Avenue (dlkonavenue.com). “It’s the protein in nuts that causes the allergic reaction. As an example, certain medications that contain refined peanut oil don’t contain any of the protein and, after extensive testing, have been deemed safe for those with allergies to use. However, skin care and cosmetics are not yet tested rigorously in this area, so I would advise anyone who is sensitive
to nuts to avoid using products containing nut oils without consulting his or
her physician first.”Ole Henriksen Walnut Complexion Scrub ($30.22)
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- Geoffrey Ross
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- 2009-02-17
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Green card
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Now that the green party is in full swing, the eco-chic guest list is growing. Yves Rocher has launched Culture Bio, an Ecocert-certified line of botanical skin care packed with organic plant extracts like passion flower and calendula. Almay’s new Pure Blends line of paraben-free colour comes in minimal packaging made from recycled materials. And, eco pioneer Physicians Formula has added mascara, lipgloss and foundation to its Organic Wear makeup line, outfitted in 100-percent recyclable threads.
From left to right:
Almay Pure Blends Eyeshadow in Cocoa ($10)
Physicians Formula Organic Wear Superfruit Lipgloss in Super Rose ($12)
Yves Rocher Culture Bio Energizing Serum ($38)
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- Geoffrey Ross
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- 2009-02-17
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Beauty news: Beachfront
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- Even if temps are still hovering at zero, warm up your look with beach-inspired hues like coral, seen on models at threeASFOUR. “It’s a shade that works for almost everyone,” says Jane McKay, senior artist for M.A.C. To capture the look, sweep a sheer coral blush over your cheeks and use your fingertips to press an orangey-pink colour onto your lips.
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- ImaxTree.com
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- 2009-02-17
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Trend of the month
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Clockwise from left to right:
O.P.I Nail Lacquer in OPI on Collins Ave ($9.95)
Shu Uemura Blush in M Orange 55 ($29)
M.A.C Creamsheen Lipstick in Ravishing ($16.50)
Paul & Joe Lipstick N in Debutante ($25)
Thierry Mugler Plexi Gloss in Coral Effect ($40)
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- Geoffrey Ross
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- 2009-02-17
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Moulin rouge
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Dick Page — the man behind the “no makeup look” à la Kate Moss in the Calvin Klein ads of the ’90s — has created Perfect Rouge, a lip-colour line for Shiseido that is far from minimalist. The lipstick incorporates the brand’s skin-care technology, while the lip pencil comes with a built-in brush that makes blending easy.
Shiseido Perfect Rouge Lipstick in Valentine ($29)
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- Geoffrey Ross
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- 2009-02-17
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- Sarah Daniel Dolphin
